Christchurch, Oct. 22 -- As Team India takes on New Zealand in the first T20I, they will be facing a massive threat from pacer Jacob Duffy, one of the world's finest quicks with an impeccable record at home.

India will start their five-match T20I series against New Zealand with the first T20I at Christchurch on Thursday. With pitches in New Zealand often assisting fast bowlers, getting through Duffy's overs will be a massive task for India.

Duffy has been exceptional for Kiwis at home in T20Is, having taken 40 wickets out of his total 62 wickets in the format at home in 20 matches at a stunning average of 12.27 and an economy rate of 7.25. All of his five four-wicket hauls in the format have come at home, including best figures of 4/14 ...